Abstract Testosterone is often called a "male hormone," but women naturally produce testosterone throughout life. It plays an important role in sexual function and also interacts with bone, muscle, mood, energy regulation, and overall physiology. In selected women, testosterone therapy may be considered when symptoms and a complete clinical evaluation support treatment. The strongest medical evidence is for postmenopausal women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), not simply for a low testosterone number on a blood test (Davis et al., 2019; Parish et al., 2021). Subcutaneous testosterone injections place a small amount of medication into fatty tissue beneath the skin, where it can be gradually absorbed. However, injectable testosterone therapy for women remains off-label in the United States, and the strongest randomized evidence still supports transdermal treatment. An integrative approach can combine appropriate medical oversight with chiropractic care, functional...
Abstract Peptide therapy has become an important topic in metabolic health, hormone care, weight management, recovery, and integrative medicine. However, the word "peptide" does not automatically mean that a product is legal, FDA-approved, safe, or appropriate for human treatment. Legal peptide use depends on the specific product, its FDA status, how it is prescribed or compounded, the patient's medical needs, and the laws of the state where care is provided. In an integrative clinic, peptide-related medical care may be coordinated with chiropractic care, rehabilitation, nutrition, exercise, and functional medicine. The medical provider evaluates the patient, determines whether prescription treatment is appropriate, and manages medications. The chiropractor focuses on biomechanics, movement, musculoskeletal function, and rehabilitation. When these roles are clearly separated but coordinated, patients can receive a more complete approach to health and recovery. What Does ...
